BrAIST-Calc: Prediction of Individualized Benefit From Bracing for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.

ABSTRACT:

Study design

Prospective multicenter study data were used for model derivation and externally validated using retrospective cohort data.

Objective

Derive and validate a prognostic model of benefit from bracing for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS).

Summary of background data

The Bracing in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Trial (BrAIST) demonstrated the superiority of bracing over observation to prevent curve progression to the surgical threshold; 42% of untreated subjects had a good outcome, and 28% progressed to the surgical threshold despite bracing, likely due to poor adherence. To avoid over-treatment and to promote patient goal setting and adherence, bracing decisions (who and how much) should be based on physician and patient discussions informed by individu

SUBMITTER: Dolan LA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10841822 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature